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    EliteBook 8530p and Vista Ultimate - Issues

    Discussion in 'HP' started by hxman, Oct 8, 2008.

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    Every time I try to install a fresh copy Vista Ultimate (no key), when it reaches the final step (Completing installation) the system suddenly reboots and after that it shows me the screen where I must choose Safe Mode.. Last Known Good Configuration.. or Start Windows Normally.. After I select one of the choices (I tried them all) I get the screen "windows starting" with the black screen and the horizontal bars lighting up.... That's as far as it goes, I left it over night and the same crap.......

    Does anyone know how to solve this problem?
    Is it something regarding the SATA drive?
     
    hxman, Oct 8, 2008
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